From the archive record
In this reflective interview from Jammu & Kashmir, a man speaks about the importance of recognizing and using one’s own abilities to build a better future. He emphasizes that every individual carries unique strengths—skills, ideas, resilience—and that progress begins when a person learns to trust and develop those qualities. According to him, the region has immense human potential, especially among youth. However, self-doubt, lack of guidance, and limited opportunities often prevent individuals from fully utilizing their capabilities. He encourages young people to focus on self-discipline, education, entrepreneurship, and positive community engagement rather than waiting for external change. He also highlights that true empowerment starts from within—when individuals take responsibility fo